Scratch built motorcycles remain very popular. In order to simplify the process, many companies in the American V-twin aftermarket are selling kits. Three of these companies, Custom Chrome, Arlen Ness and Biker1s Choice, have excellent programs. All offer very complete kits that allow the builder to assemble a complete motorcycle without any additional purchases. All that1s missing is labor and paint. The book will document, with detailed photos and copy, the assembly from beginning to end, of three motorcycles from the firms mentioned above. Because of the technical nature of this book, there will be more images and less copy than in other Wolfgang Publication books. Each sequence will be illustrated by at least 200 images. Approximately 60% of these images will be in color. This book will also contain side-bars on tools and basic assembly techniques, all designed to aid the first time builder. Paperback, 8-1/2 x 11, 144 pages

Subtitled: The Ultimate Reference and Comprehensive Companion for Motorbike Enthusiasts. From off road to sleek racing machines, this outstanding encyclopedia is a major work that covers not only the manufacturers worldwide but also many of the less well-known motorcycles, both past and present. Henshaw explores the history and development of the motorcycle from Aberdale to ZZR, tracing production over the years. A great bargain! Hdbd., 12 1/2'x 9 1/2', 448 pgs., 700+ b&w & color ill.

Subtitled: Frames, Forks, Shocks, Brakes, Wheels and Tires. From the first concept to the final bolt, from dream to reality, assemble your next chassis with tips from professional bike builder Tim Remus. Remus covers frame design and construction material, triple trees and fork tubes, shock absorbers, brake components, wheels and tires, and electronics. Hands-on sections cover drive-train alignment, how to make sure the frame is square and true, and how to go from bare frame to rolling chassis with engine installed. Plus pros and cons of various frame designs. Sftbd., 8 1/2'x 11', 144 pgs., 225 b&w ill.

Choose the best frame, engine and wheels for your ultimate motorcycle! Expert customizer Tim Remus provides professional advise to aid custom builders in finding and buying the best parts for building the motorcycle of their dreams. Directory lists featured parts and manufacturers. Sftbd., 8 1/2'x 11', 144 pgs., 261 b&w ill.

Three previous motorcycle color histories -- Harley-Davidson Knuckleheads, Harley-Davidson Panheads and Harley-Davidson Shovelheads -- are combined into one volume to provide a giant, colorful retrospective of Harley-Davidson's classic 'cylinderhead' models. Marvelous modern color photography and a huge gallery of archival images depict examples of each model and variant, while an authoritative text reveals all the engineering and design breakthroughs, performance specifications, boardroom battles, marketing strategies, and competition histories. Sftbd., 8 1/4 x 10 5/8, 384 pgs., 75 b&w and 250 color ill.